Panels A)–F) show six snapshots of the simulation. 1*, 2*, and 3* are respectively the target positions for positioners 1, 2, and 3. These three positioners are engaged in a local conflict in which positioner 1 needs to make space for positioner 2 to pass. Positioner 2 cannot make room for positioner 1 because positioner 3 is blocking the way. Positioner 3 needs to pass both positioners to reach its target point. The small maneuver from positioner 1 that comes directly from DNF moves this positioner farther from its target point, but it makes room for positioner 2 to pass safely. When positioner 2 clears the way, positioner 1 starts moving toward its target point and this gives a safe way to positioner 3.